Zephaniah
boy name#1451 in 2025Zephaniah entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #1136 in 2019, ranks #1451 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1972–2025
#1451
rank today
#1136
peak (2019)
123
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4200 |
| 1980s | #4056 |
| 1990s | #2813 |
| 2000s | #1645 |
| 2010s | #1338 |
| 2020s | #1420 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zephaniah has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,300 people named Zephaniah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zephaniah is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zephaniah in 2025?
- Zephaniah ranks #1451 among US boy names in 2025, with 123 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zephaniah most popular?
- Zephaniah peaked in 2019, reaching #1136 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zephaniah with classmates?
- Zephaniah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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